Scientific Research

The Forbeck Foundation furthers its mission through programming that fosters collaboration. The factor that sets the various scientific think tanks, collaborative research grants, International Neuroblastoma Database, and additional innovative initiatives apart from other organizations is an extremely distinguished and committed Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). There are not many organizations that have the caliber of scientific guidance and passion that the Forbeck Foundation has in its SAB. This group, with its diverse background in oncology, always selects cutting edge topics for think tank scholars that, in high percentage, become directors of institutions and investigation that will profoundly affect the direction of cancer treatments and research.

To date, the William Guy Forbeck Research Foundation has sponsored

32 Annual Forums in Hilton Head, SC

12 Scholar Retreats in Lake Geneva, WI

4 International Neuroblastoma meetings with 6 publications from INSS/INRG

Funding for the creation of the Interactive International Research Group database.

13 Focus Meetings

Participation of over 600 scientists and clinicians from 22 countries in these meetings

Sample of clinical trials initiated at science think tanks are available

For 30 years the Forbeck Foundation has been an excellent steward of donor funds and remained focused on executing its mission. All funds directly support scientific think tanks and collaborative research projects. Not many organizations born out of Neuroblastoma have the longevity of WGFRF. The average life span of NB foundations is 5 years. This organization has a great reputation along with history to show that we are not going anywhere until this fight is done. WGFRF has provided a unique think tank setting for scientists over the years. Now it is time to do more. The William Guy Forbeck Research Foundation is very enthusiastic about new programs such as the Collaborative Research Program. The first year of research results are mere months away. Continued growth of the INRG database is facilitating neuroblastoma progression around the world. Increasing the amount of funded research and advancements are forefront for the organization.

The Annual Forum

The cornerstone program of WGFRF

Intimate 3 day think tank

Innovative format of collaboration which has been adopted by many other organizations